It’s always a common practice to pour concrete or rather place a concrete over an existing concrete. Several situations really call upon the need to exercise this including the rehabilitation of roadways, the house walls and even along the bridges. It’s therefore important to come up with the best criterion that will ensure that the practice is done professionally…
Numerous people have the wrong impression that concrete cannot be poured during the cold winter period. It is true that there are some additional difficulties with regards to pouring concrete in colder circumstances. However, when taking some stricter safety measures, concrete poured during a cold weather can work as fine as concrete poured during any other period of the…
When it comes to cleaning, many people normally pay little attention to the sidewalks. But in reality, a clean and attractive sidewalk will play a significant role in giving your home a good impression. In most cases, we pay more attention to the kitchen, living room and the bathroom. But, it is very important to clean the concrete sidewalks…
Why are stamped concrete patios often superior to bricks or pavers? Natural surfaces like brick and cobble form a surface with many interlocking pieces. This type of surface is highly susceptible to changes in the underlying structure caused by frost heave. In a climate like Colorado Springs, that can be a major concern. It takes a lot of maintenance…
If your a homeowner that has settling cracks in your concrete foundation wall, you’re not alone! Most homes, both new and old, will develop some foundation cracks eventually. You can choose from crack repair kits that use either an injectable polyurethane foam or an epoxy, depending on the type of cracks you have. Polyurethane crack injection kits are recommended…
Swimming pools are an ideal feature to a home or any establishment. It adds value and beauty. A swimming pool is a desirable feature for a luxurious home. There are three categories of swimming pools. The concrete pools (also called gunite pools), the vinyl pools, and the fiberglass pools. Concrete pools are more popular than the other two designs….
The importance of good flooring to the interior design of a building cannot be underscored. The type of flooring you choose should not only be of the highest quality but it should also enhance your existing décor. Gone are the days when a floor was just a dull, gray slab that no one cared about. With so many flooring…
Beautiful and durable as it is, exposure to nature’s forces and the time factor may cause the concrete to start wearing off by erosion or develop cracks in addition to having weeds and other plants sprout on its surface. This site can be such an eyesore to a place that needs to look appealing to visitors and homeowners alike….
Polished concrete is a type of concrete that has undergone a series of polishing/grinding processes designed to make the concrete harder and more dust proof. To achieve these results, a special chemical known as a hardener is applied to the concrete, which penetrates into its surface, creating a chemical reaction that achieves the desired effect. Officially, concrete may not…
When it comes to building a new home, there are many moving parts to consider. That’s why many budding homeowners hire a general contractor to look after all of the responsibilities associated with building a new home. However, some people want to have more control over their home building process and decide to act as the general contractor for…